October weather forecast
Medicine Lake, MN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Medicine Lake, Minnesota, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

In Medicine Lake, the average high-temperature in October significantly decreases from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

Rainfall

In Medicine Lake, in October, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Medicine Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 22.09" (561mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of October in Medicine Lake, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Medicine Lake in October?

In Medicine Lake, 54.9°F (12.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.4°F (5.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Medicine Lake, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Medicine Lake, the average day length in October is 10h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Medicine Lake, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Medicine Lake?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average temperature in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average pressure in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average wind speed in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average humidity in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average rainfall in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average snowfall in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average UV index in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Medicine Lake, MN

Average visibility in October - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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